2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 440. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Lybra | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
